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Moluccan Woodcock

Scolopax rochussenii

Vulnerable
Envergure
38,2 cm
Poids
308,3 g
Famille
Scolopacidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
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Moluccan Woodcock: 33–36 cm, large woodcock endemic to Obi and Bacan islands in the North Moluccas, Indonesia. VU. Occupies lowland and montane forest; nocturnal invertebrate feeder. Very poorly known; threatened by extensive deforestation for palm oil and logging. One of the least studied woodcocks. Sedentary.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 38,2 cm 15.0 in
Poids 308,3 g 10.87 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls)
Famille Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes)
Genus Scolopax
Espèces Scolopax rochussenii

Distribution

Moluccan Woodcock has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the Moluccan Woodcock endangered?
The Moluccan Woodcock has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Moluccan Woodcock?
The Moluccan Woodcock has a wingspan of 38.2 cm, weight of 308.3 g.
What order and family does the Moluccan Woodcock belong to?
The Moluccan Woodcock (Scolopax rochussenii) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Scolopacidae.

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